Production and Operations Management: Lean Method

Author: (English) Taylor
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Publish Date: 2004-03-01
Features: This book is the result of the Lean Transformation Research Project, primarily focusing on the automotive supply chain system. It introduces how to apply lean thinking, lean principles, lean transformation, and lean methods to improve businesses in production operations and supply chain management. The book consists of 7 parts and 26 chapters, with each section being independent yet interconnected. In addition to introducing 7 tools for research and value stream mapping, it also provides effective identification and analysis of waste within the company, the supply chain, and the value stream, guiding readers on effective ways and methods to eliminate waste. The book elaborates in detail on production scheduling, changeover procedures, and considerations for production layout, and offers insightful analysis of dynamic supply chains. Starting with a description of the lean logistics game, it analyzes the game's objectives, the experiences gained during the game, and the problems and insights brought by supply chain synchronization. The numerous case studies in the book will deepen readers' understanding of its concepts, ideas, and principles. This book is suitable for graduate students in management schools, as well as students majoring in logistics management, production management, and related fields. It can also serve as a textbook for MBA programs. The book will be highly beneficial for managers engaged in logistics or supply chain management and development.